1950s Collection (page 8)

Lea Pericoli, Italian Tennis Player at Wimbledon 1955

The Derby 1953. Pinza the winner of the Derby, with jockey Sir Gordon Richards, and owner Sir Victor Sassoon, in the winners enclosure

Doncaster High Street 1955
A birds eye view of the Great North Road (A1) running through the centre of Doncaster showing the High Street 1955

1951 Standard Vanguard Phase 1. Creator: Unknown
1951 Standard Vanguard Phase 1

1954 Morris Oxford Series II. Creator: Unknown
1954 Morris Oxford Series II

1953 Jowett Jupiter. Creator: Unknown
1953 Jowett Jupiter

1950s view of the Elephant and Castle, London

Hammersmith 1953
Traffic at Hammersmith Broadway in 1935

Ana Gloria & Rolando - Queen and King of Mambo, c1950s. Creator: Unknown
Ana Gloria & Rolando - Queen and King of Mambo, c1950s. Dancers Ana Gloria Varona and Rolando Garcia performed at the Tropicana Club in Havana, Cuba

Woburn Walk, St Pancras, London 1952

Harvesting Sunflowers at Westons farm near Petersfield 1950

Picnic, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
Picnic, c1950. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952

The Scapegoat, 1856, (c1950). Creator: William Holman Hunt
The Scapegoat, 1856, (c1950). Scene inspired by the Bible: a goat on the salty shore of the Dead Sea at Osdoom with the mountains of Edom in the distance

The Coronation procession passes through Piccadilly Circus, June 1953

The Cutty Sark sailing ship in London Docks
Dockers stop work to watch the Cutty Sark pass by on her way to a berth at Millwall Docks, 1952

Spithead Naval Review
The Coronation Naval Review at Spithead, Portsmouth

Insignia of the Order of the British Empire, 1953. The piece is part of the Royal Collection at the Tower of London. From The Crown Jewels, by Martin Holmes FSA

Turntable at Ifracombe Engine Shed, Devon, 1950s
A view of the turntable at Ilfracombe Engine Shed, Devon in the 1950s. The turntable was used to turn steam locomotives so that they could return in the direction from which they had come

JERUSALEM: JAFFA GATE. Jaffa Gate, one of the eight gates to the Old City in Jerusalem. Photograph, mid 20th century

Pinball wizard Ford pop hot rod release signed
Ford Popular (Hotrod) 1954 Yellow

Stourbridge Town Station, Worcestershire, c. 1950s
A view of Stourbridge Town station in Worcestershire, c.1950s, showing locomotive No. 1414 sitting at the station

Stourbridge Junction, Worcestershire, c. 1950s
A view of Stourbridge Junction station in Worcestershire, c.1950s, showing the canopied platforms and station nameboard

Worcester Shrub Hill, Worcestershire, c. 1950s
This photograph shows locomotive No. 6111 sitting at the platform at Worcester Shrub Hill station in Worcestershire, c.1950s

Mercedes-Benz 300 SC Roadster, 1956, Blue, & silver
Mercedes-Benz 300 SC Roadster 1956 Blue & silver

Romany, gypsy family at Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Gypsy caravans parked on Epsom Downs during the Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

John Surtees MV machine is clear of the ground as he roars over Ballaugh Bridge during the Junior International TT ( Tourist Trophy ) in the Isle of Man, Britain

Times Square at night
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Times Square and Broadway at night, New York City. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Evesham Station, Worcestershire, c. 1959
A view of Evesham Station in Worcestershire, taken in the late 1950s, showing the signal box and a group of men working on the line. Cars are parked along the front of the station building

AC Aceca 1957 Red

Pannier Tank No. 9445 Entering Broadway Station, July 1959
This photograph shows Pannier Tank No. 9445 entering Broadway Station in Worcestershire, July 1959. Broadway opened in 1904 and closed in the 1960s

Broadway Station, July 1959
This photograph shows Pannier tank No. 9445 sitting at Broadway station in Worcestershire in July 1959. Broadway opened in 1904 and closed in the 1960s

Broadway Station, c. 1957
This photograph shows a steam locomotive at Broadway Station in Worcestershire, c.1957. Broadway opened in 1904 and closed in the 1960s

Dudley Station, Worcestershire, c. 1955
A view of Dudley Station in Worcestershire, taken about 1955, showing the station building, signal box and footbridge, and locomotive No. 8742 at the platform

1950s USA Arrow Magazine Advert (detail)

Pupils in fancy dress at Lancastrian Infants School, Chichester, May 1956
Pupils dressed up as Red Indians with a tepee at Lancastrian Infants School, Chichester, May 1956 Chichester Photographic Society Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: CPS0567-7

Penzance Station, Cornwall, 1951
A view of Penzance Station, Cornwall in 1951 with the town shown in the background. A steam locomotive is readying for departure from one of the platforms while porters with their trolleys are busily

Castle Cary Station, Somerset, c. 1950s
A view of Castle Cary Station in Somerset, c.1950s, taken from the footbridge overlooking the platforms and station buildings. The station opened in 1856 on the Reading-Taunton Line

Queen Elizabeth On The Phone
London, England: December 19, 1961 Britains Queen Elizabeth talks to Canadian Prime Minister John Diefenbaker as she inaugurated the Canadian Trans-Atlantic Telephone cable system by making the first

Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Raindrop 1958 Red

Fire at 298 Old Brompton Road, London SW5, 25 February 1956. A mother is reunited with her son after a dramatic rescue by Sub Officers Kirby and Temple under dangerous conditions

Calne Station, c. 1950s
The end of the Chippenham to Calne branch line is shown in this image of Calne Station. The buffer stops are sandwiched between the main passenger platform alongside the booking office

Acfords Ltd printers, Industrial Estate, Sussex - interiors
Men working at Acfords Ltd printers, Industrial Estate, Sussex. Showing the interior of the workshop Chichester Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: CPS0752-3

Four crew members enjoying a break, 1950
Four crew members of an engineers train enjoy a break near Glenfinnan on the West Highland extension line between Fort William and Mallaig, 13 August 1950

The Lavender Hill Mob
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The Lady Killers

The Lady Killers

Anthony Quayle on the set of Ice Cold In Alex (1958)
Anthony Quayle in make up in preparation for the filming of the famous quicksands sequence of Ice Cold In Alex (1958) at Elstree Studios

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Step back in time to the vibrant and nostalgic era of the 1950s. This captivating decade was filled with iconic moments that shaped history and left an indelible mark on popular culture. Transport yourself to the silver screen with a production still image from the gripping war film "Ice Cold In Alex" (1958), featuring John Mills in a powerful performance. The movie captivated audiences, showcasing both the resilience and vulnerability of individuals during wartime. In another corner of entertainment, witness Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II radiating elegance in a regal portrait captured around 1953. Her grace and poise symbolized hope for a bright future amidst post-war recovery. The Dam Busters One Sheet Poster takes us on an exhilarating journey through one of World War II's most daring missions. This thrilling film depicted true heroism as brave pilots took to the skies, defying all odds for their country's cause. For those seeking leisurely delights, immerse yourself in nostalgia at The Locarno Dance Hall in Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. A hub of joyous celebration where people danced their cares away under glittering lights, creating memories that would last a lifetime. Speaking of films that have stood the test of time, marvel at the UK quad poster for "The Ladykillers" (1955). This dark comedy showcased British humor at its finest while introducing unforgettable characters into our lives. Automobile enthusiasts will appreciate glimpses into automotive history with images like Ford Thunderbird 1955 Blue & white – an embodiment of sleek design and American ingenuity that ruled the roads during this era. Relive cherished family holidays spent at Butlins resorts across 1950s UK - laughter-filled days by sandy beaches or enjoying thrilling fairground rides together; these vacations created bonds that lasted far beyond summer sunsets. Returning to cinematic brilliance once more is Ice Cold In Alex (1958) with a striking production portrait.